Calgary Essential Language Solutions
We help newcomers advance their English and French language skills for test preparation, career advancement, professional development, or academic studies
We welcome students from across Canada 🇨🇦✨
Study in person 🏫 or online 💻—whatever works best for you 🙌
Finished LINC but not sure what’s next for improving your English? 🤔📘
Preparing for IELTS 📝 or CELPIP 📊 for your PR application? 🇨🇦
Planning to study at a Canadian college or university? 🎓🏫
No matter your goal 🎯—we have the right program for you!
Our courses are designed to help you build all four language skills:
speaking 🗣️, listening 🎧, reading 📖, and writing ✍️—while also learning about Canadian culture 🇨🇦 and the workplace 💼
At CELS, we also offer French classes 🇫🇷 for immigration ✈️ and professional development 📈
From complete beginner 🌱 to advanced 🚀 levels, we help you succeed in TEF 📝 or TCF 📊 exams
Our small class sizes 👥 (max. 10 students) mean more speaking time 🗣️ and personalized support 🤝
We welcome students from all immigration backgrounds 🌍🤗
Work permit holders 📄, working holiday visa holders ✈️, permanent residents 🏡, refugee claimants 🕊️, and Canadian citizens 🇨🇦
We offer flexible payment plans 💳, morning ☀️ and evening 🌙 classes, and our referral program 🎁—bring a friend and get a discount 💸👯♀️
📣 Now accepting applications for our Spring–Summer semester 🌸☀️
Reserve your seat today 🪑✅
Looking for an effective way to prepare for the IELTS Academic exam for university or college admission in Canada? 🎓
Join our Intensive 8-Week IELTS Academic Preparation Program at CELS and build the skills and strategies you need to achieve your target score.
Why study with us?
✔ Small groups (maximum 8 students) for personalized support
✔ Affordable tuition
✔ Experienced instructors with college-level teaching background
✔ Convenient downtown Calgary location
✔ Complimentary access to our AI-powered online learning platform with 24/7 practice and feedback
📅 We are currently accepting students for our Spring–Summer cohort starting in May.
📩 DM us for details or register through the link in our bio to secure your seat.
There’s still time to join our Online Beginner French class 🇫🇷✨
Ready to finally move beyond apps and start speaking real French with confidence? This is your sign.
💬 DM us to reserve your seat today — spots are limited!
Not quite ready to commit? No problem. Come try the first session for FREE and experience our supportive, interactive learning environment. We’re confident you’ll love it ❤️
À bientôt en classe!
Dreaming of speaking Spanish but not sure where to start? 🇪🇸
Stuck on Duolingo and not seeing real progress?
It’s time to switch things up. ✨
Join our fun, interactive beginner Spanish program and start speaking with confidence in just 3 months.
Your Spanish journey starts now — are you in?
DM us now to claim your seat,
At CELS, we are truly fortunate to work with such brilliant students like Azu, who joins our online classes all the way from Mexico. When we receive feedback like this, we feel even more motivated to keep growing and improving our ESL programs. If you are located outside of Calgary or even outside of Canada and are looking for an online English class in a small and friendly group, we have just the one for you!
If you are based in Calgary and prefer to study in-person, we still have a few seats left in some groups. Both daytime and evening schedules are available. DM to ask for more details and reserve your seat. Winter semester starts on January 12.
12/27/2025
🇫🇷 Now Accepting Applications for Beginner French Classes! 🇫🇷
✨ Ready to start speaking French with confidence? Our beginner-friendly French courses are designed for students in Calgary and learners across Canada who want a supportive and engaging learning experience.
🌟 Why choose to study French with us?
✔ Small group French lessons for personalized attention
✔ Experienced native French instructor from France
✔ Learn both Standard French and Québécois French
✔ Flexible monthly payment plans
✔ Convenient downtown location for those located in Calgary
✔ All learning materials included
✔ Inclusive, culturally diverse classroom environment
📚 Whether you’re learning French for immigration, travel, work, or personal growth, our French language program will help you build real-world conversation skills from day one.
👉 Apply now and begin your French learning journey today! Link in bio or send a DM.
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on how far CELS has come.
🔥 What began with just a few General English classes has grown into a full language training center offering a wide range of programs for adult learners and newcomers.
Over the past few years, we’ve expanded our offerings to include Business English, Academic English, and official exam preparation for IELTS and CELPIP, among others.
👏This year also marked an important milestone with the launch of our French language program. In the coming year, we look forward to expanding our French offerings to include both general French and French exam preparation courses.
🙌 And finally, we’re excited to share a look ahead: Spanish programs will be launching in 2026, with courses focused on travel and conversational skills, and more to come.
❤️Thank you to our dedicated instructors and wonderful students for being part of this journey. We’re so grateful for your continued support and look forward to what’s ahead.
Stay tuned and follow us for more updates!
🎄✨ Merry Christmas!
🎄✨ Joyeux Noël !
🎄✨ ¡Feliz Navidad!
12/23/2025
📚 Registration for our Winter 2026 English Programs is now open!
We’re currently offering:
✔️ Integrated 4 Skills English (multiple levels)
✔️ Business English (CLB 6+)
✔️ CELPIP General Exam Preparation (CLB 6+)
⏳ Programs run 8–12 weeks
💻 Online & 🏫 in-person options
✨ Selected programs include complimentary 24/7 access to our online language upskilling platform
Not sure of your level? 👉 Book a diagnostic interview (link in bio)
⚠️ Seats are limited, so act fast
📅 Classes start January 12, 2026
📩 Email [email protected]
to register
🇨🇦 New to Canada?
Need to improve your English communication skills to rebuild your life and career?
✨ Try our integrated 4-skills approach and strengthen your:
✔ Listening
✔ Speaking
✔ Reading
✔ Writing
…while gaining a deeper understanding of Canadian culture and society.
📘 Program Levels Available:
• Low-Intermediate (CLB 4/5)
• Intermediate (CLB 5/6)
• Upper-Intermediate (CLB 7/8)
• Advanced (CLB 9–12)
Build confidence. Build community. Build your future in Canada.
Registration link in bio.
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